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Blackhawk Aerospace Advances PC-12 and TBM 700 Upgrades

Blackhawk Aerospace has unveiled a comprehensive upgrade package for the Pilatus PC-12 with a P&WC PT6A-67P engine. Concurrently, the company has completed baseline flight testing for the Daher TBM 700 STC program, marking significant progress for these aircraft enhancements.

2024-10-21T06:22:09.663190-07:00

houstonpublicmedia.org

Houston Helicopter Crash: 4 Die, Including Child, in Radio Tower Collision

2024-10-20T20:40:21.409087-07:00

AirInsight

Argentina's Category 1 Safety Rating Under Threat Amid FAA Audit

2024-10-21T07:20:04.061955-07:00

Reuters

Spirit AeroSystems Furloughs 700 Workers Amid Ongoing Boeing Strike

2024-10-18T05:56:07.718367-07:00

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AirInsight

Argentina's Category 1 Safety Rating Under Threat Amid FAA Audit The FAA's evaluation of Argentina's aviation safety could result in a downgrade from Category 1, potentially hindering Argentine carriers' ability to expand into the U.S. market. A downgrade would also increase operational scrutiny and operational costs for the airlines.

2024-10-21T07:20:04.061955-07:00

Argentina's Category 1 Safety Rating Under Threat Amid FAA Audit

AINonline

Blackhawk Aerospace Advances PC-12 and TBM 700 Upgrades Blackhawk Aerospace has unveiled a comprehensive upgrade package for the Pilatus PC-12 with a P&WC PT6A-67P engine. Concurrently, the company has completed baseline flight testing for the Daher TBM 700 STC program, marking significant progress for these aircraft enhancements.

2024-10-21T06:22:09.663190-07:00

Blackhawk Aerospace Advances PC-12 and TBM 700 Upgrades

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Houston Helicopter Crash: 4 Die, Including Child, in Radio Tower Collision A privately-owned R44 helicopter crashed into a communication tower in Houston's Second Ward, leading to a fire and the death of four passengers, including a minor. Authorities reported that the helicopter struck the tower around 8 p.m. and are investigating the cause.

2024-10-20T20:40:21.409087-07:00

Houston Helicopter Crash: 4 Die, Including Child, in Radio Tower Collision

CBS News

American Airlines 737 and Cessna 182 Narrowly Avoid Collision Over Austin An American Airlines Boeing 737-800, on approach to Austin, came within 400 feet of a Cessna 182 due to an unexpected maneuver by the Cessna. The Boeing crew responded to a TCAS alert to prevent a potential collision. The FAA is investigating the incident.

2024-10-18T10:08:48.718941-07:00

American Airlines 737 and Cessna 182 Narrowly Avoid Collision Over Austin

FreightWaves

Azul's A321 Freighter Receives Brazilian Certification EFW has delivered Azul Cargo its first A321P2F converted freighter following Brazilian certification. This marks the introduction of the Airbus A321 into Azul's fleet, enhancing its cargo capacity and expanding its operational capabilities in the South American market.

2024-10-18T07:37:00.531616-07:00

Azul's A321 Freighter Receives Brazilian Certification

Reuters

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FAA Initiates New Safety Review of Boeing Operations The FAA has announced a three-month review into Boeing's safety processes, part of continued oversight efforts. This review aims to ensure compliance with safety regulations and evaluate the effectiveness of existing safety measures. No specific incident prompted the review, highlighting its proactive nature.

2024-10-18T06:43:53.623990-07:00

FAA Initiates New Safety Review of Boeing Operations

Reuters

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Spirit AeroSystems Furloughs 700 Workers Amid Ongoing Boeing Strike Spirit AeroSystems will furlough approximately 700 employees for three weeks due to Boeing's machinists strike, impacting workers on the 767 and 777 fuselage programs. The decision comes as the strike disrupts production and creates storage challenges for the aerostructure supplier.

2024-10-18T05:56:07.718367-07:00

Spirit AeroSystems Furloughs 700 Workers Amid Ongoing Boeing Strike

AVweb

FAA Halts Maintenance Supervision Guidelines Amid Industry Pushback The FAA has paused its new maintenance supervision interpretation after industry protests, highlighting concerns from multiple sectors including air transport and general aviation. The decision is under review and stakeholders are expected to provide further input to address operational impacts.

2024-10-17T14:40:24.560866-07:00

FAA Halts Maintenance Supervision Guidelines Amid Industry Pushback

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